I explore within with the warm light of a torch.
Warm light?
A brash high contrast clash is counterproductive.
The warm white light emits a glow. A glow more gentle and conducive.
Self compassion is fostered as racing thoughts are labelled and spoken out loud: thinking, sorrow, fear, terror, anger, despair, and anxiety.
I visualise them floating away though my bedroom window.
Now fleeting my mind becomes quiet so I can return to focus.
In the present moment I delve into my body spaces.
I identify areas and sit quietly there without question.
I then transition to the identification of tension and muscle distress.
I acknowledge without judgement.
I breathe into the isolated.
“Let” - On my in breath.
“Go” - as it is released.
My perception, spirit and body sated.
I heal ...
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One of the many guided body scans I use daily is provided below.
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Pauline Fountain
Writing and photography provide a creative outlet to reflect with meaning on my life.
My mental health? Bipolar 1 (Rapid Cycling), Complex PTSD and Functional Neurological Disorder.
My son’s gentle wisdom furnishes me with the gift of hope.
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